How to Mount a Monopod on a Rear Sling Stud
If your rifle has a rear sling stud on the buttstock, you mount an Accu-Shot monopod by attaching it directly to that stud, no rail required. The BT05-QK and BT06-QK sling-stud monopods thread onto the rear stud and add quick-knob rear support to a traditional stock. This guide shows how to mount one, set your height, and keep your sling. Every Accu-Shot monopod is American-made and backed by a lifetime warranty.
What you need
A rear sling stud and the stud-mount monopod are all it takes. Most hunting and traditional stocks already have the rear stud you need.
A rear sling stud on the buttstock (the round threaded post near the toe of the stock).
An Accu-Shot sling-stud monopod, such as the BT05-QK (mid height) or BT06-QK (extended height), both with the quick knob.
A hex wrench if your model uses one to lock the mount.
Step by step
Mounting takes a couple of minutes. If a rear sling swivel is installed, remove it first and reattach your sling after.
Remove the rear sling swivel from the buttstock stud if one is installed.
Thread the Accu-Shot sling-stud monopod onto the rear stud and snug it down.
Set the monopod so its foot reaches the ground or rear bag when you are behind the rifle.
Reattach your sling to the monopod’s stud if it includes one, so you keep your carry option.
Choosing your height
Pick the height that matches your shooting position and how high the buttstock sits. The BT05-QK covers mid height for most prone and bench setups; the BT06-QK extends taller for stocks that sit higher or positions that need more reach. The quick knob then fine-tunes elevation by hand so you can bring the reticle onto target and hold it. If you are unsure, the monopod sizing guide matches height to your rifle and position.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I mount a monopod on a sling stud?
Remove the rear sling swivel if installed, thread an Accu-Shot sling-stud monopod such as the BT05-QK or BT06-QK onto the rear buttstock stud, and snug it down. Set the height so the foot reaches the ground in your shooting position.
What is a buttstock monopod?
A buttstock monopod is a rear support that mounts at the back of the stock to control elevation. Accu-Shot’s sling-stud models attach to a rear sling stud, adding a quick-knob rear leg to a traditional stock with no rail needed.
Can I still use my rear sling after mounting the monopod?
Yes. Accu-Shot sling-stud monopods include a stud so you can reattach your sling after mounting, keeping your carry option with the monopod installed. You do not have to give up your sling.
BT05-QK or BT06-QK: which height do I need?
The BT05-QK is mid height for most prone and bench positions; the BT06-QK is extended height for stocks that sit higher or positions that need more reach. Match it to how high your buttstock sits when the bipod is deployed.
Do I need a rail to use a stud-mount monopod?
No. The sling-stud monopod threads directly onto the rear buttstock stud, so no rail is required. It is the rear-support solution for traditional and hunting stocks that have a stud instead of a rail.
What does the quick knob do on a stud-mount monopod?
The QK quick knob lets you raise or lower the monopod by hand to dial rear elevation onto target and hold it through the shot, without tools. It is the fast way to fine-tune your hold behind the rifle.
Get your sling-stud monopod
Have a rear sling stud? Shop the BT05-QK or BT06-QK sling-stud monopods, read the sizing guide to pick your height, or pair one with an Atlas bipod. Different rear interface, see the monopod mounting hub for the rail and AI paths.